Specialty Doctor (post CCT Fellow) in Upper GI Surgery
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Job Summary
We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
This is an exciting post designed to offer specialist training and experience in Upper GI surgery, for trainees around the time of completion of higher specialist training and looking for some extra training ahead of applying for consultant positions. UHCW is a modern facility with all surgical specialties represented on site. There are excellent educational facilities.
Job Summary
We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
This is an exciting post designed to offer specialist training and experience in Upper GI surgery, for trainees around the time of completion of higher specialist training and looking for some extra training ahead of applying for consultant positions. UHCW is a modern facility with all surgical specialties represented on site. There are excellent educational facilities.
The post holder will occupy a key organisational role in the Upper GI team, which comprises 4 consultants, 5 middle grades, 2 CT grades, 2 FY1s and 5 ACPs. This post allows for development
in skills in all areas of Upper GI surgery, including in major Upper GI cancer resection, laparoscopic upper GI benign work, and bariatrics. There are many opportunities for day case general surgery and upper GI endoscopy lists as well.
UHCW is one of the UK's busiest Major Trauma Centres and the acute take provides excellent emergency surgical exposure. The successful candidate will participate on the on-call rota as the senior Middle-Grade and will be expected to deal with the majority of an unselected acute General Surgical take.
Main duties of the job
Day to day care of complex Upper GI & Bariatric patients
Attending theatre for training and assisting in all types of Upper GI/General surgery procedures.
Lead in preparation of patients and effective running of Upper GI lists.
Attend MDT meetings and co-ordinate care and list planning for oesophageal and gastric cancer patients
Support outpatient activity of the unit, as required
Perform audit of overall activity of the unit and supervise collection and presentation of mandatory morbidity and mortality data
The post holder will be accountable for improving and complying with infection control practices and independently operate (STU) to support the 'Hot Gall bladder' service. Post holder will be able to do Consultant on-call (under supervision) if required to cover sickness.
On call and emergency care: Fellow will be part of 1:9 on call cover for emergency and trauma care. UHCW is a tertiary trauma centre and the specialty doctor will be exposed to acute and delayed management of emergency General and Upper GI surgery. Part of on-call will be covering hot surgical clinic and emergency general surgery on-call cover.
About Us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Date posted
16 April 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£59,175 to £95,400 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
218-T1-MED-7068434-A
Job locations
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
On call and emergency care: Fellow will be part of 1:9 on call cover for emergency and trauma care. UHCW is a tertiary trauma centre and the specialty doctor will be exposed to acute and delayed management of emergency General and Upper GI surgery. Part of on-call will be covering hot surgical clinic and emergency general surgery on-call cover.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
On call and emergency care: Fellow will be part of 1:9 on call cover for emergency and trauma care. UHCW is a tertiary trauma centre and the specialty doctor will be exposed to acute and delayed management of emergency General and Upper GI surgery. Part of on-call will be covering hot surgical clinic and emergency general surgery on-call cover.
Person Specification
Qualifications
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* Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
* Meets Desirable
Courses
Essential
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Desirable
* Meets all Desirable Level
Employment History
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* Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
* Meets all Desirable Level
Declaration of Practical Experience
Essential
* Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
* Meets all Desirable Level
Teaching
Essential
* Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
* Meets all Desirable Level
Audit research/ Publications
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* Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
* Meets all Desirable Level
Management and Leadership Experience
Essential
* Meets all Essential Criteria
Person Specification
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* Meets all Essential Criteria
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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